71st over Polecat Creek
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 71STS 0.5 E of 143RDE · Structure no. 000870839506360
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
71st over Polecat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 71st over Polecat Creek in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 71st over Polecat Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is 71st over Polecat Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does 71st over Polecat Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 71st over Polecat Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns 71st over Polecat Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.